Special Topic Issue: Digestive Diseases 2007, Vol. 25, No. 1
Buch, Englisch, 106 Seiten, Gewicht: 360 g
ISBN: 978-3-8055-8272-8
Verlag: S.Karger
This publication features reviews on current knowledge and treatment trends, ranging from neo-adjuvant chemoradiation and radiotherapy to preoperative staging and the advantages and challenges of a laparoscopic approach. Moreover, in a review of the molecular biological changes characterizing colorectal cancer, the possible implementations of genetic studies in screening and follow-up are discussed. Finally, the issue also includes original articles focusing on various aspects of the management of patients suffering from the disease.